Key Benefits

Nationally recognised

The course is nationally recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework, so you can use it as a pathway to university qualifications around Australia.

Tailored learning

If you currently work in a management role and have at least five years’ experience, you can tailor a training plan specific to your current work situation.

Government funded

If you live in Victoria, Monarch Institute has government funded places.

To see if you are eligible for a government funded place, please click here to see the criteria. Or get in touch with one of our friendly course consultants.

Course Accreditation

In total, you need to complete 12 nationally recognised units of competency to be awarded the BSB51915 Diploma of Leadership and Management.

Module 1

Introduction to Management and Planning

Develop and implement corporate social responsibility (BSBMGT624)

Manage Operational Plan (BSBMGT517)

Develop organisation policy (BSBMGT518)

Establish systems that support innovation (BSBINN501)

Lead and manage organisational change (BSBINN601)

Module 2

People Performance and Implementing Diversity

Manage people performance (BSBMGT502)

Implement diversity in the workplace (BSBLDR504)

Module 3

Leading and Organising

Develop and use emotional intelligence (BSBLDR501)

Lead and manage effective workplace relationships (BSBLDR502)

Lead and manage team effectiveness (BSBWOR502)

Module 4

Communicating, Controlling and Managing knowledge and Information

Communicate with influence (BSBLDR503)

Manage an information or knowledge management system (BSBINM501)

Course Assessments

The experts who design and deliver our courses (click back to Course trainers to meet some of them) have developed an assessment framework that’s uniquely designed to help you gain a deep understanding of the material. They’ll give you the kind of knowledge and skills you can use in the real world as a business operator or manager. Assessment formats include:

Case studies

Multiple-choice questions

Short-answer questions

Roleplays

Career Opportunities

Management is an immensely satisfying career path. It’s also much more diverse than you might expect. There are varying levels of management and leadership roles, depending on the size of the business you’re working in. Upon completing this course, there are a variety of career paths you can take:

Key opportunities include:

Team leader

Product manager

Service manager

Business development manager

Training manager

Senior manager

Head of strategy

Head of product and service

Head of innovation

Head of human resources

CEO

Managers are needed in all sectors of the economy. Managing people and resources is a critical function of business.

Broadly, the ladder starts with junior managers -often called team leaders. They might be accountable for managing a small team’s results. There are middle-level managers that often manage both team leaders, and other staff who report directly into them. At the top of the chain, there are senior managers. They’re often strategically focused, looking at the big picture stuff. Senior managers tend to have middle-level managers reporting to them, and they may have senior staff reporting directly to them.

The Diploma of Leadership and Management at Monarch Institute is designed to give you real-world skills and strategies you can put to use straight away. This means that if you’re ready to step up, or you’ve just started in a management role, it’s the perfect intro.

Pathways

Want to take your newfound skills even further? Once you’ve finished your Diploma of Leadership and Management, you can move on to the Advanced Diploma. This course will see you explore lots of the concepts you picked up in the Diploma, but in closer detail. You’ll also get to grips with more complex ideas – and how you can apply them in your day to day work.

Entry requirements

There aren’t any formal prerequisites. But to make sure you get the most out of training with us, the following enrolment process applies:

Once we receive your enrolment, our friendly course consultants will touch base to undertake a pre-training review to ensure the training is right for you.

For students without an equal or higher level qualification, there’s a short language, literacy and numeracy quiz you complete online.

What equipment will I need?

You will need access to the following equipment to successfully complete the course:

Working computer with Microsoft Office (2009 or later)

Access to the internet

Access to a smart phone, video camera or web camera is required

Am I eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning?

We may be able to take into account relevant knowledge and skills you’ve possibly gained through previous formal or informal training, education and employment. To find out more, refer to our Student Information Guide by clicking here, or get in touch with one of our friendly course consultants.

Course Topics

Module 1

Introduction to Management and Planning

The different managerial roles and functions.

What managers do and what it takes to be a manager.

Why management matters and how to get a competitive advantage through people.

Organisational environments both external and internal.

Organisational cultures: creation, success and change.

What is ethical and unethical workplace behaviour.

Corporate social responsibility (CSR) and ethical decision making.

Influences on and practical steps to ethical decision making.

Corporate social responsibility and business ethics.

Why innovation matters and how to manage innovation.

Organisational decline and the risk of not changing.

Resistance to change and how to effectively manage change.

Module 2

People Performance and Implementing Diversity

Strategies for managing teams.

Different team types and when they’re appropriate.

Strategies for enhancing work team effectiveness.

Performance appraisals.

Effective communication skills for managing performance.

Diversity and why it matters.

Managing a diverse workforce.

Implementing a Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP).

Writing diversity policy documents.

Module 3

Leading and Organising

The good and bad of using teams.

The different kinds of teams and stages of team development.

The characteristics of work teams and how to enhance work team effectiveness.

Strategies for addressing team conflict.

The basics of motivation and different motivational theories.

Managing motivation.

Different approaches to leadership and what leadership style works best.

Course Duration

Is there a maximum course completion time?

Yes; two years for the whole qualification. You must complete each module within six months.

Is there a minimum course completion time?

No. Except for some government funded students, students can complete the qualification as quickly as they choose.

What is the average course completion time frame?

Students who are highly motivated and well organised can often complete the full course in nine months. The key factors that influence course completion are a student’s work experience, time availability, and how fast they work.

How does it work?

This course has been developed to give you absolute flexibility. Study on your couch, on public transport, on your break at work, out in the park – wherever and whenever you like. The best part is, with Monarch Institute, ‘online’ doesn’t mean ‘alone’. You’ll be backed by our trainers at every step along the way.

What support will I get?

Your trainer will be happy to contact you via phone, Skype, Zoom, TeamViewer, or email (Monday to Friday, 9am to 5.30pm). So you definitely won’t feel alone. You’ll also have access to our student Facebook groups, so you can discuss the material with other students. It’s a handy way to stay in touch with trainers and others in the same course.

Do you offer corporate workshops?

Yes. We’re the corporate training partner of choice for several large organisations. Our trainers can also conduct onsite training for groups of six staff or more. Corporate workshops can be scheduled for any location in Australia. Got a new satellite office with staff in need of training? Running a training retreat in an idyllic location (yes please!)? Our trainers can be there.

Corporate workshops are tailored to your organisation’s needs. Get in touch with our friendly course consultants for more information.

Course Price

Upfront payment

$2,100 (total)

The most cost-effective option. Pay up front and save 10% compared to the total payment plan. Payment options include electronic funds transfer (EFT), credit card (Mastercard or Visa), cheque or cash.

Payment plan

$88.85 per week, paid over 26 weeks (total $2,310)

This option is suitable for students wanting to manage their cash flow. It’s handy if you want to get started right away, but don’t have the full amount on hand. Payment must be made with Mastercard or Visa.

Government Funding

If you live in Victoria, Monarch Institute has government funded places.

To see if you are eligible for a government funded place, please click here to see the criteria. Or get in touch with one of our friendly course consultants.

Meet your trainers

Industry experts and thought leaders.

Glenn Buesnel-May Trainer "Instead of wondering when your next vacation is, maybe you should set up a life you don’t need to escape from." – Seth Godin

I started off my career in the Banking sector, with experience in lending and securities. I then spent over 20 years in the Royal Australian Air Force as a Logistics Officer and later specialised in Education and Training, where I was a trainer, assessor and executive.

In 2007, I established a private business as a consultant, specialising in Leadership, Management, Business and Professional Development training. I have qualifications in HR, Management, Leadership, Coaching, Warehousing, Transport and Logistics, the Myers Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) and Advanced Facilitation. I also trained in Professional Mentoring, Workplace and Leadership Coaching, Counselling and Conflict Management and underwent undergrad studies in Human Resources.

What gets me out of bed in the morning?

I am passionate about life and getting the most out of it. That doesn’t mean filling every moment with activity, but enjoying where I am, what I’m doing and who I’m with. I also live for weekends, where I spend it exploring, listening to and making music, camping, flying aircraft, playing with my Staffy, named Harper Cookie Face, and enjoying my family. Seeing and helping people develop is also one of my greatest passions.

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Leadership and management training. For the real world.

Today’s emerging leaders need a way to cut down on the time it takes to learn from experience. Monarch Institute courses will help you do just that. They’ve been developed by entrepreneurs, business executives, and academics who’ve already been where you want to go. Like Josh Wilson, who successfully built three business and sold two before age 40. And Glenn Buesnel-May, who has spent over 20 years in the Royal Australian Air Force as an officer before specialising in education and training.

You won’t just come out of your course with real-world skills and knowledge. You’ll also have a qualification that’s accredited and recognised Australia-wide. Take on the business world, or use your skills in an exciting new role – it’s up to you.

The case studies used are spot on in my humble opinion. It definitely has made me think and reflect about the way I went about things. I like the overall course layout, the course materials are clear, and the Online learning system was easy to navigate.

- David Simpson

I've studied at multiple institutions offering certificates, bachelors degrees and diplomas and Monarch has been the best so far. The course material was highly relevant and applicable to my professional life.

- Naomi S

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Expertise

Courses developed with leading academics and industry associations

Delivered by brilliant trainers who work with corporate leaders

Learn from professionals using real world case studies

Flexibility

Fit study around work, family, life.

Start immediately, or down the track

Flexible payment options

Support

Dedicated team of trainers and support staff on hand to guide you

Up to date, easy to understand course materials.

Assessment turnaround in 5-7 business days with comprehensive trainer feedback.